New Passport Fees for Indians in UAE Effective from July 1
Indian Passport Fees in UAE have officially increased from July 1, 2026, following a revision announced by the Government of India. The updated fee structure applies to all passport services offered through the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi, the Consulate General of India in Dubai, and all Indian Consular Application Centres (ICACs) across the UAE.
The revised charges cover fresh passport applications, renewals, Tatkaal services, lost or damaged passports, Police Clearance Certificates (PCC), and several other consular services.
New Indian Passport Fees in UAE
Passport application fees were revised from July 1, 2026, covering fresh applications, reissues and Tatkaal services.
For applicants aged 18 and above, the revised fees are:
| Passport Type | Normal | Tatkaal |
|---|---|---|
| 36-page passport | Approx. AED 97 (₹2,500) | Approx. AED 195 (₹5,000) |
| 60-page passport | Approx. AED 136 (₹3,500) | Approx. AED 233 (₹6,000) |
For minors below 18, a fresh or reissued 36-page ordinary passport costs approximately AED 68 (₹1,750) under Normal service and AED 165 (₹4,250) under Tatkaal.
Fees for Lost or Damaged Passports
The revised charges for replacing a lost or damaged 36-page passport are:
| Applicant | Normal | Tatkaal |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | Approx. AED 195 (₹5,000) | Approx. AED 292 (₹7,500) |
| Minors | Approx. AED 165 (₹4,250) | Approx. AED 263 (₹6,750) |
Who Can Get a 10% Discount?
A 10% concession on fresh passport applications continues to be available for:
- Children up to eight years of age
- Senior citizens above 60 years
The concession applies to fresh passport applications only and not to reissue applications.
Updated Fees for Other Consular Services
Several other passport-related services have also seen a fee revision.
| Service | New Fee |
|---|---|
| Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) | AED 145 |
| Surrender Certificate | AED 145 |
| Global Entry Program Verification | AED 145 |
| Emergency Certificate | AED 60 |
| Certificate of Identity | AED 180 |
Emergency Certificates and Certificates of Identity are not available under the Tatkaal service.
Passport Validity
The notification also confirms the validity period for Indian passports:
- Adults (18 years and above): Up to 10 years
- Minors: Five years or until the child turns 18 years of age, whichever is earlier
Additional Charges
Applicants should note that the above fees do not include:
- Service charges collected by the outsourced service provider
- Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF) contribution
These additional charges will be payable separately wherever applicable.
Why Have Passport Fees Increased?
The revised passport charges form part of the Government of India’s initiative to standardise passport service fees across Indian diplomatic missions worldwide. The latest revision is the first major fee update in nearly 14 years, with the previous revision having taken place in 2012.
The revised fee structure also coincides with the rollout of the new outsourced consular service provider across the UAE from July 1, 2026.
